Manufacture of structural metal products

NACE v2.1 Code: C25.1

About manufacture of structural metal products

NACE code 25.1 covers the manufacture of structural metal products, a critical industry that plays a vital role in the construction, infrastructure, and manufacturing sectors. These metal structures form the backbone of many essential buildings, bridges, and industrial facilities, making them a fundamental component of economic development and growth.

Production process

The production of structural metal products typically involves a range of metalworking techniques, such as cutting, bending, welding, and assembling. Manufacturers use a combination of manual and automated processes to fabricate a diverse array of metal structures, including beams, columns, trusses, and frames. Advanced technologies, such as computer-aided design (CAD) and computer numerical control (CNC) machinery, have streamlined the manufacturing process and improved efficiency.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the manufacture of structural metal products are various types of metal, including steel, aluminum, and iron. Manufacturers also rely on specialized tools, machinery, and equipment, such as welding machines, cranes, and cutting tools. Additionally, the industry requires skilled labor, including welders, fabricators, and engineers, to design, produce, and assemble the final products.

Production outputs

The structural metal products manufactured under NACE code 25.1 are used as key components in the construction of 41.2 Construction of residential and non-residential buildings, 42.1 Construction of roads and railways, and 42.2 Construction of utility projects. These structural elements are also consumed by the 25.9 Manufacture of other fabricated metal products, 28.1 Manufacture of general-purpose machinery, and 30.2 Manufacture of railway locomotives and rolling stock industries, among others.

Revisions to 25.1

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 25.1. The most recent 1 version of this code (25.1) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 25.1.

Family tree for manufacture of structural metal products

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C'>C: MANUFACTURING</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/25'>25: Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/25/1'>25.1: Manufacture of structural metal products</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/25/2'>25.2: Manufacture of tanks, reservoirs and containers of metal</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/25/3'>25.3: Manufacture of weapons and ammunition</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/25/4'>25.4: Forging and shaping metal and powder metallurgy</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/25/5'>25.5: Treatment and coating of metals; machining</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/25/6'>25.6: Manufacture of cutlery, tools and general hardware</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/25/9'>25.9: Manufacture of other fabricated metal products</a>"]

    C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/25/11'>25.11: Manufacture of metal structures and parts of structures</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/25/12'>25.12: Manufacture of doors and windows of metal</a>"]


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